FAQs

The Flinders to City Bikeway will span from Brookman Avenue in St Marys, connecting to the existing shared-use path along South Road. It stretches throughout the City of Mitcham, ending at Clovelly Avenue in Clarence Gardens. From there, it crosses Cross Road and connects to the existing bicycle route along Homer Road, continuing into the Marion Rocks Greenway within the City of Unley, ultimately linking to the city.

The finalised alignment of the Flinders to City Bikeway is supported by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT), and has previously been subject to community consultation.

The chosen route reflects the desires of the majority of our community for a low-stress bikeway, addressing concerns about utilising existing high-traffic, high-speed routes. Through extensive community feedback, it became evident that residents prioritise safety and ease of travel. Careful consideration of factors such as vehicle traffic volume, accident history, infrastructure constraints, and community feedback guided the selection of streets comprising the Flinders to City Bikeway.

Winston Avenue, while currently part of the existing Bike Direct network, was subject to thorough evaluation. Despite its existing infrastructure, it was determined that rerouting the Flinders to City Bikeway away from Winston Avenue would better serve the needs of cyclists and other active travellers in terms of safety, accessibility, and overall experience. By optimising safety, accessibility, and connectivity, we aim to create a dedicated route that caters to the diverse needs of active travellers in the City of Mitcham.

This bikeway project will incorporate a range of dedicated active travel infrastructure to enhance safety and accessibility. These features include bicycle lanes, new and improved road markings, intersection treatments and reprioritisations, shared paths, safer crossings, driveway entry treatments, stencil asphalt treatments, and more. These elements are carefully designed to prioritise the needs of cyclists and pedestrians, providing a safer and more enjoyable experience for all active travellers.

Strategic planning has been conducted to address varying levels of parking demand throughout the bikeway route. In areas with high parking demand, particular attention has been given to accommodating the needs of land users such as local schools and shopping precincts, aiming to prevent excessive demand. Conversely, in areas where parking demand is less pronounced, priority has been given to enhancing facilities for cyclists and active travellers. Achieving this balance required thorough evaluation to ensure optimal traffic flow while meeting the diverse needs of our community. Adjustments along specific corridors, notably Edward Street and Jose St, have been made with this balance in mind, ensuring sufficient parking availability while promoting safety for all road users.